Tuesday, October 26, 2010

This means that we have to add that factor when deciding whether a deal is good.

One of the best resources is the internet.

A quick search of the internet can render all sorts of information instantly.

I used to stop by a local chain, (Adams) where I love to buy produce, a couple times a week to check out the sales. This extra stop could take anywhere from 15 minutes to 45 minutes. That's a lot of time for browsing a farm market. I then discovered that Adams ads were available online. Adams is a small store, so it's a simple 1 page PDF that takes me about a minute to peruse. I can then decide whether the sales are worth my time and compare the prices with Shoprite. I don't know why I never checked for a website with sales, but I'm certainly glad I eventually came to my senses!

Monday, October 25, 2010

6:30pm Thursday, October 28thFALL FOR LOCAL PRODUCE
Roufia Payman, Director, Outpatient Nutrition Education at NDH
Ms. Payman will discuss how to prepare and enjoy healthy meals utilizing the best local ingredients for your health. A portion will also be dedicated gluten free diet options.

Registration is required. Call 1-877-729-2444 to register.

All lectures begin at 6:30 pm and are held in the NDH Lower Level Conference Room.

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

In the November 2010 Good Housekeeping, Heloise of "Ask Heloise" offered this tip for removing furniture dents in carpeting."Hold an iron on the "steam" setting a few inches above the area (do not let it touch the carpet); press for a burst of steam. The carpet fibers should absorb the steam and swell. Fluff with your fingers when cool."Thanks, Heloise!

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

We live in an older home with old windows ( I'm saving up to replace them), which makes for cool drafts.

This time of year the house is usually comfortable during the day, but it can get pretty cool at night.

Since we are usually in the bedroom by the time it gets cold, we use a small space heater in the bedroom(s) rather than turn up the heat in the whole house. Despite the slight increase in our electric bill, this is still much more economical than heating the whole house.

Here are the things I try to do to stay warm on a budget.

1. Heat only a small area using a portable heater.

2. Bundle up. We overlayer and underlayer

as much as possible to stay warm.

3. Use cooking heat to warm the house. With little kids it is not always possible to leave the oven open after cooking,

Monday, October 4, 2010

Well, I'm hoping that the change of season will help spice things up a bit around here because I am bored of the same old same old. Every time I try and come up with something new, I am missing an ingredient or too tired to give it a go and it's back to the usuals. At least with the change of seasons comes a bit of a change of "regulars".

Sunday, October 3, 2010

There's a new 50c/1 IP (only allowing one print per computer) for Fleischmann's Pizza Yeast.

I happened to notice it was on sale 2/$3 at Shoprite, so I grabbed 2 packets and was pleasantly surprised to receive a $1 ONYO Catalina from Fleischmann's. There wasn't anything advertising this, so I don't have any specific details. For the time being here's the breakdown:

Saturday, October 2, 2010

I printed out several of these and was excited since they go well with the 99c Progresso beans sale at Shoprite (10/3-10/9). So, combined with the sale and doubling these coupons can make for FREE beans. Here's the catch...the local Shoprite has newer registers that do not double when something should double to Free. At least, they don't always double. So, when a Q allows you can get a manager to over-ride the system and force the doubling to get your free item(s). This usually means a bit longer at the register, but is generally not a problem. However, this is a DND 5 Q, which means it clearly says DO NOT DOUBLE. If the register doesn't cooperate I have no recourse to discuss this with a manager.

This means that I may get the beans for FREE or I may pay 49c. Now, 49c for a can of beans is not the best price in the world, but it's not too bad either.

Since I work near a Stop & Shop and plan to stop in there for a few other deals, I checked out their price on these Progresso beans and they are $1.09. The registers there will double just fine despite the DND 5 and I am guaranteed a 9c can of beans. I'll take the sure thing for two main reasons: Less Hassle and Hey, 9c is still a great price for a can of beans!

A Chili Contest will be one of the highlights of the Harvest Family Festival at Roeliff Jansen Park October 2. Area residents who believe they make the tastiest chili are invited to bring two quarts of their homemade chili to the festival for tasting by festival attendees who will vote for their favorite. The chili cook receiving the most votes will win $100 and bragging rights.

The Festival will be a “party in the park for the whole family!” It will also feature lawn games for kids, hay rides, face painting, a Nature Fun program with outdoor educator Fran Martino, a DJ in the teens only Boogi Barn, bluegrass music by the Marty Jimmons Band and other live entertainment, a Meadow Muffin event and more. It will run from noon till 6 pm and is a free event.

The Hillsdale Fire Department will be roasting a whole pig at the festival and will also be selling hot dogs and hamburgers. Local boy scouts will be selling hot chocolate, apple cider and fried dough and other local organizations will be selling other food and drink to raise money for their organizations.

Directions to Park

The park is located on Route 22, about 1/2 mile south of the intersection of Routes 22 and 23 in Hillsdale, New York. Look for our entrance sign on the east side of Route 22, just below small bridge that crosses the Roeliff Jansen Kill. Driving address: 9140 Route 22, HIllsdale, NY 12529.

About Me

Frugality in the Hudson Valley is about living in this beautiful part of New York without breaking the bank. I hope to help inspire you to choose how you spend and save money wisely. I love the thrill of a great deal, but even more than that I love knowing that we are living within our means and passing on our good fortunes to those in need around us.